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Product of the Week: 2012 1 oz Silver Austrian Vienna Philharmonic

Since the Austrian Mint began producing the beautiful Silver Vienna Philharmonic in early 2008, this bullion coin has proved to be music to the ears of investors and collectors worldwide. Silver Philharmonic coins contain 1 troy oz of .999 fine Silver, an ideal size for Silver bullion investment. But their appealing design makes these coins striking additions to any collection.

The Silver Vienna Philharmonic coin features the same design as the Gold Vienna Philharmonic, Europe’s leading bullion coin. Like the Gold Philharmonic, the Silver Philharmonic pays tribute to one of Vienna’s most iconic symbols: the Vienna Philharmonic Orchestra. With its home in the Golden Hall of Vienna’s “Musikverein,” the Vienna Philharmonic is considered one of the finest orchestras in the world.

In honor of this prestigious orchestra, the Philharmonic coin’s design features a theme based on Vienna’s musical heritage. The obverse of the Silver Philharmonic coin displays the Great Pipe Organ in Vienna’s Golden Hall. The reverse depicts a harmonious assortment of instruments from the world famous orchestra. Through these designs, the Silver Philharmonic allows you to commemorate the magic and music of Vienna.

Silver Philharmonics were the first Silver bullion coins denominated in euros, and carry a face value of 1.5 euros. As Austrian legal tender, the coin’s weight and purity are guaranteed by the Austrian government, making the coin much easier to sell when desired. They are also approved for inclusion in a Precious Metals Individual Retirement Account. These features have helped make the Silver Philharmonic a massive hit, with sales totaling more than 41 million coins in the past three years.